HMS Rainbow (1747) (3rd)
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This the third ship to carry the name HMS Rainbow was a fifth
rate, 44-gun, ship. Built by Carter of Limehouse, launched 30-May-1747, 133ft 6in long, 38ft wide and or 831 tons builders measurement. Used as a troopship from Jan-1776, then harbour service from Jun-1784. Sold Feb-1802. Won the battle Honour: Lagos 1759.
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